Vancouver Rundown Wednesday July 24, 2024

Jul 24, 2024

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Go west! That’s what tourists and residents in Jasper, Alberta are being told as they head to B.C. to escape the dangers of a growing wildfire. One of the several wildfires burning in the national park is only a dozen kilometres from the Jasper townsite. Meanwhile, crews in the B.C. interior continue to battle dry and often windy conditions as they try to contain several wildfires including the large one near Cache Creek.

Other news…

A suspect has been arrested after three people were stabbed within minutes of each other in downtown Vancouver. All happened in or near the Granville Entertainment District Monday evening. All three are recovering - there’s no word on a possible motive.

It’s one of the biggest capital raises in B.C. tech. Legal-tech giant Clio has raised over US $900M. The Vancouver-based company is now valued at close to US $3B. The new funding will allow Clio to expand to 130 countries and use generative AI to power its law firm platform.

The Vancouver Park Board has decided what is ‘appropriate and acceptable’ as swimwear at city pools. A report’s been approved that states bathing suits must cover genitals and not impede buoyancy or safety. Also not allowed: jeans, sweatpants or intimate attire. As for Speedos - they are allowed.

Sunshine with a few cloudy periods on Wednesday. Possible showers on Thursday and back to sunshine through the weekend. Highs will be in the low to mid 20s. Here are the latest conditions from our private weather station in Surrey.